Scenic Fabricator and Installer, Texas Performing Arts

Job Details

General Notes

This hourly, non-benefits eligible position is scheduled on an intermittent basis for Texas Performing Arts events. Additional hours may be possible for non-event shifts when needed.

This position is renewed on an annual basis and contingent on performance and continued funding.

About Texas Performing Arts :

is the professional arts presenting and producing program of The University of Texas at Austin. One of the largest and most active university-based performing arts centers in the U.

S., Texas Performing Arts is an anchor institution in Austin’s arts, cultural, and entertainment landscape. Texas Performing Arts operates venues on the UT campus including Austin’s largest theater, Bass Concert Hall.

Its public programs include Broadway in Austin; an international season of dance, theater, music and more; and the Texas Welcomes series of national touring artists.

Purpose

Assist the Texas Performing Arts, Fabrication and Academic Production Department by producing skilled work in the fabrication, surface preparation, installation and repair of scenic elements.

Responsibilities

Building Components to Specification : Build components to specification described in drafting and drawings as well as written or verbal information.

Construction with Various Materials : Construct from wood, plastics, and metals using hand tools and power tools, including : sanders, routers, grinders, saws, and drills.

Steel Structure Layout, Welding, and Repair : Lay out, weld and repair steel structures with GMAW process.

Operating Theatrical Rigging Systems : Safely and efficiently maneuver stage equipment using counterweights and pulley systems.

Operating Aerial Work Platforms and Climbing Ladders : Safely operate aerial work platforms, such as cherry pickers or scissor lifts, to access elevated areas for construction or maintenance tasks.

Climb ladders to reach heights when aerial work platforms are not available.

Instruct students : Engage with or instruct students in an educational environment.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated commitment to safety

Rough and finish carpentry experience

Experience and familiarity with wood construction materials

Experience with power saws and pneumatic tools

Experience reading and working from technical drawings

Flexibility in project assignment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience on Film set or Theater production shops

CNC Experience

Experience with rigging

Welding and metalwork experience

Experience in Craft problem solving

Hourly Range

$17.50 - $20.00, depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Standing and walking for extended periods of time is required.

Use of manual dexterity.

Can Lift up to 50 lbs

Climb stairs

Work Shift

Work shift is as scheduled and needed

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Work samples may be requested if applicant advances to the interview stage.

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications.

Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section;

you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.

Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers : As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs.

If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply.

This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume.

In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.

that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers.

Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.